If you’re interested in getting your chocolate fix, stop by the Black & Veatch booth (4B02A) at SIWW 11 on Thursday, 7 July, at 12:30 p.m. to join our “Splash Mob.” Don’t worry, while it’s the same concept as the more commonly known “flash mob” term, there is no dancing involved. Just stop in for a …
Contributed by Ashley Taylor and Amanda Costello Yesterday began our first day at Singapore International Water Week. We started the day by helping to set up the booth and making initial preparations. Later in the evening, we were able to greet the incoming Black & Veatch professionals from the Kansas City office and elsewhere and explore …
inspiring and fascinating Singapore water-related signage
Meanwhile, back in the States…In the week prior to SIWW, Black & Veatch Water partiipated in AWWA’s ACE09 in San Diego, California, at which we have hosted a dinner for many years. This year, the dinner featured some incredible centerpieces made from discarded water bottles. Frances Baszta, Angela Blann and Dena Buzalas from the B&V Water …
You might think that the ingredients for water are known, but this bottled water spotted in Singapore – Secret Recipe - promises something more mysterious in addition to the standard hydrogen and oxygen (although I think most people prefer their drinking water WITHOUT secret ingredients of any kind!) What do you suppose is in there? Thanks to …
If your SIWW experience includes meeting many new people (and struggling to remember numerous names) consider this: 20% of Singaporeans of Chinese descent share just three surnames. So, commit these three common surnames to memory and you’ll have a 1 in 5 chance of recalling the correct name! Among the ethnic Chinese population in Singapore …
I just ran into Dr. Les Lampe, one of B&V Water’s Global Practice and Technology Leaders who will be presenting at SIWW. In addition to being a brilliant water guy, “Les” is also a well-liked and highly-respected person around B&V! He was working with Ron, one of our graphic designers, on putting an exciting visual face on …
Posted by: Gayle Leonard “Where did you come up with the idea to live blog from SIWW?” was a question recently asked by a colleague. Given that B&V has been approaching conference participation pretty much the same way for years, it was a good question! The surprising answer is WOOT! (If you’re not familiar with …
Posted by: Gayle Leonard This July, 2008 video from Gallup reports that 98% of Singaporeans are satisfied with quality of their water. Singapore PUB must be doing most things right! (This video also has a great overview on planning, strategy, NEWater and operations.) [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3AcQ00rXt2Y&hl=en&fs=1]
Posted by: Gayle Leonard Many of us at Black & Veatch Water WISH we were going to SIWW, but not just for the great information and networking for water people! Here are three reasons I wish I were in Singapore that have nothing to do with water! 1. The Jurong Bird Park: A 20.2 hectare open-concept …
RT @BindiIrwin: Loved the Philippines. My very first visit celebrating #DiscoveryKids premiering our new shows. #SIWW
RT @BlackVeachJobs Building a World of Difference begins w/ you. Challenge yourself to make the world a better place http://t.co/Hi1unansVr B&V's Ian Kirkaldy, Chair of the ICE London Water Panel, will monitor the SUDS debate tomorrow. More info: http://t.co/wHOtFrf30F BNEF sees slow growth through 2015, then an upsurge in smart water meters as prices, replacement cycles spur market. http://t.co/goB8W6jV8B B&V's Siobhan Gilley takes a leap for charity. Skydiving to raise funds for @WaterAidUK and @Thames4WaterAid http://t.co/yazLarvyyB
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